2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 780 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XJ | 124 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
